Like many entities, Columbus artists and arts organizations are grappling with the rapid changes brought on by the coronavirus outbreak. While in-person gatherings have been canceled this spring, many artists are turning to virtual classes, concerts, exhibitions and other avenues.
Keep your lives enriched with the arts and support local museums, musicians, theater companies, dancers and other artists at the same time! Find a variety of arts and education resources here:
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The Greater Columbus Arts Council’s regularly updated list of events at ColumbusMakesArt.com/Virtual or take a walk and discover public art around you
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WOSU’s Learning at Home programming
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The Columbus Metropolitan Library resources for learning and enrichment on its site
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The Ohio History Connection’s Learn at Home resources
And here are a few virtual ideas and events from Columbus arts organizations!
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The Columbus Museum of Art posts a weekly #myCMAproject on its Instagram feed
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The Short North Arts District compiled a list of open art galleries and other businesses. You can still participate in a virtual Gallery Hop this Saturday, April 4. Starting at 4 p.m., they’ll feature performers and galleries on the Short North Arts District Instagram feed.
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Jazz Arts Group hosts its Offstage LIVE concert series on its Facebook page – Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday evenings at 6:30
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GROOVE U music university offers classes in music composition and production through a new program called The Woodshed
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Experience nature virtually through Franklin Park Conservatory’s virtual tours and classes
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Songs at the Center, the popular songwriter showcase recorded at locations like the McConnell Arts Center, the Davidson Theatre, and the Lincoln Theatre, posted full episodes you can watch for free
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Watch ProMusica Chamber Orchestra’s Virtual Family Concert online
Keep up with the more virtual arts events through the Greater Columbus Arts Council’s regularly updated page at ColumbusMakesArt.com/Virtual.
